KIERAN BLACKWOOD
The silence in Evelyn's house suffocates me.
I can hear the sound of my heart pounding in my chest, each beat too heavy, too urgent.
I take a deep breath, trying to stay calm, but everything inside me is in chaos.
I need to know. I need to understand what’s at stake and what I can do to save Scarlett.
"So... You said soul-bonding rituals can rarely be undone. Is there a way, or am I wasting my time here?", my voice comes out steady, but inside, I’m a complete mess.
She crosses her arms, staring at me with those eyes that seem to see beyond the surface.
She assesses every piece of me, as if trying to decide if I’m strong enough to hear what’s coming next.
"There is a way. But it won’t be easy. Or simple.", she finally says, her voice careful.
"I didn’t expect it to
